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03-13-2004, 03:20 PM

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Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

I was referring to the maintenance of my C280. ...

I was referring to the maintenance of my C280.

Although I do believe that they both use the same thermostat. I think a lot of Mercedes seem to share a common thermostat.

Forum: Tech Help

03-13-2004, 10:48 AM

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Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

As a form of habit, I just change my thermostat...

As a form of habit, I just change my thermostat when I do a coolant change every 2-3 years. When there is no coolant in it, all there is to do is unbolt the housing, stick the new one in, put in a...

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03-13-2004, 10:12 AM

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Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

Yes, if it is half way between the 80C and the...

Yes, if it is half way between the 80C and the next line, you are golden. That next line corresponds to 100C. Halfway between would be 90C

If it intersects with the 8 digit hafway, that looks to...

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03-12-2004, 11:56 PM

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Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

The line above 80C is 100C NOT 90C. 90C is...

The line above 80C is 100C NOT 90C.

90C is located halfway between 80C and the next line above it.

Forum: Tech Help

03-12-2004, 11:48 PM

Replies: 23

Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

If the engine is not getting above 82C with the...

If the engine is not getting above 82C with the new thermostat, I would take it to the dealer, it is not functioning as it should.

If you want to verify proper operation for sure, or to check a...

Forum: Tech Help

03-12-2004, 11:08 PM

Replies: 23

Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

If the new thermostat never lets the car go above...

If the new thermostat never lets the car go above 82C and the coolant temp gauge is working properly then the new thermostat is faulty.

REMEMBER, an 87C rating means the thermostat STARTS to open...

Forum: Tech Help

02-24-2004, 02:07 PM

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Installed new thermostat, but problems....

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Posted By Ali Al-Chalabi

Your engine is now operating where it should...

Your engine is now operating where it should operate.

Looks like you found a properly functioning thermostat. Rated temp is 87C. A proper thermostat should START to open in the 87C range and be...

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